Helga and her family are sailing through a shallow reef area of the Bahamas and can only make the journey during high tide. Which of the following MOST likely explains why?

A. The high tide will push them through the water faster.
B. The winds will pick up during high tide allowing them to sail.
C. The hull of the yacht would hit the bottom of the reef during low tide.
D. The water currents are stronger during high tide, so they can more easily move the boat.

C. The hull of the yacht would hit the bottom of the reef during low tide.